Lasagna with minced meat and mozzarella
Description
Lasagna with minced meat and mozzarella at home is a truly festive dish. Thanks to the meat filling, it turns out quite hearty, and the perfect cheesy crust complements it wonderfully
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Heat a little olive oil in a skillet and add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté over medium heat until golden, then add ground pork. Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent large lumps from forming. Combine tomato sauce (preferably homemade from fresh tomatoes) with tomato paste and add it to the meat mixture. Simmer over low heat until fully cooked. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 2
2. Mix the ricotta with the egg. Add washed, dried, and finely chopped parsley, as well as a little grated Parmesan.
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Step 3
3. Place lasagna sheets on the bottom of the baking dish, and on top of them - slices of mozzarella.
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Step 4
4. Then spread a thin layer of the cheese filling. If desired, the recipe for lasagna with minced meat and mozzarella can also be supplemented with cottage cheese or another hard cheese to taste.
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Step 5
5. Next, add the meat mince and spread it evenly. Repeat all the layers again.
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Step 6
6. Sprinkle the top with grated Parmesan or cheese to taste.
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Step 7
7. When the lasagna with minced meat and mozzarella is fully assembled at home, the dish can be placed in the oven for 30-35 minutes.
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Step 8
8. Let the lasagna cool slightly, then cut into portion pieces and serve.